About This Beach
La Poza Beach (The Pool) is a unique section of Boca Chica Beach where the Rio Grande meets the Gulf of Mexico at the southernmost point in Texas. The area features a natural pool formed where freshwater meets saltwater, creating calm swimming conditions and interesting ecological interactions. The beach offers views across the river mouth to Mexico’s Playa Bagdad. The remote location creates a sense of wilderness and discovery rarely found on American beaches. In recent years, the area has gained fame as a viewing spot for SpaceX operations at the nearby Starbase facility, where rocket launches and tests can be observed. The pristine environment hosts endangered species including the Kemp’s ridley sea turtle and piping plover, making wildlife viewing exceptional.